Several Cape organizations have stepped up with donations to the Housing Assistance Corporation s Workforce Relief Fund, just as the state s eviction moratorium is expected to be lifted at the end of the month.
The corporation recently received $80,000 in donations to the fund, which offers money to help keep residents struggling to pay their rent or mortgaged housed during the pandemic.
Created when COVID-19 first started to affect the region, the fund offers one-time emergency assistance payments to year-round residents who are experiencing a gap between their incomes and eligibility requirements for governmental programs.
The Eastern Bank Charitable Foundation donated $50,000, the Cape and Islands Association of Realtors donated $20,000 and Shepley Wood Products donated nearly $10,000 to the fund. Barnstable Brewing also kicked in money from sales of its Civic Rent lager.
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Christmas Sing-Along
Join the Yarmouth New Church, the Historical Society of Old Yarmouth, and The Yarmouth Port Library in a live Virtual Carol Sing-Along from the New Church on Monday, Dec. 21, from 5 to 6:30 p.m.
Voice instructor, John Murelle, accompanied by Susan Saposnik on piano, will lead us all in a community Christmas sing-along.
Festive holiday wear is encouraged. Ugly sweaters, Santa hats, and reindeer antlers are all welcome to join the chorus!
This is a virtual event. Tickets are free to attend; however, registration is required. Space is limited. Go to www.yarmouthportlibrary.org for the link to register.